Leelah
Girl nameLeelah has been given to 446 babies in the U.S. since 2000. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 84,593 girls was named Leelah.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
446
Peak year
2018 (32 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2000
10-year trend
▼ -17%
Gender split
All girls
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Leelah.
Sibling name ideas for Leelah
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FAQ
How popular is the name Leelah?
Leelah has been given to 446 babies in the U.S. since 2000. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Leelah peak?
Leelah peaked in 2018, when 32 babies were given the name.
Is Leelah a girl or boy name?
Leelah is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Leelah are girls).
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